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Website Re-design - Voids and Lettings

PLATFORM HOUSING LIMITED

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17 Apr 2026 at 14:25

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Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process conducted by Platform Housing Limited, classified as a sub-central government public authority, encompasses a contract for the re-design of the Voids and Lettings section of their website. Located in Solihull, United Kingdom, the project is concentrated in the services industry, specifically involving world wide web site design services. This initiative was initiated under the tender stage, with awards already active and the contract signed on 4th March 2026. The work, valued at £33,200 excluding VAT, commenced on the same date and is scheduled to complete by 30th June 2026.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in website design and integration. It was awarded to The Escape Design Company Limited, indicating potential for SMEs with expertise in web aesthetics, usability enhancements, and CRM integrations to thrive in similar projects. The framework underlines the importance of delivering quality control and project management alongside traditional design services, and stresses the application of direct procurement methods below the threshold without competition. Businesses with capabilities in integrating platforms like Microsoft Dynamics 365 and managing scope modifications via written approvals are particularly well-suited to pursue such opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Website Re-design - Voids and Lettings

Notice Description

This project involves enhancements to the Platform Places webpage (https://www.platformhg.com/properties) to improve its appearance, usability and functionality, as detailed in the Esc._PHG Platform Places Technical Specification. It also includes delivery of a new integration between the Platform Places website and Microsoft Dynamics 365 to automate property data imports and ensure enquiries submitted via the website flow directly into Dynamics. The Escape, Platform's existing website provider, will additionally work with the Internal development team on schema requirements, maintain alignment between the refreshed Platform Places design and the Retirement Housing page, and provide project management and quality control throughout delivery. Work will be delivered under the supplier's Standard T&Cs, with payment terms of 50% deposit and 50% upon completion. Any future requirements will be costed separately.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06858c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035309-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72413000 - World wide web (www) site design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£33,200 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
4 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PLATFORM HOUSING LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SOLIHULL
Postcode
B37 7YD
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG32 Solihull
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Solihull
Electoral Ward
Bickenhill
Westminster Constituency
Meriden and Solihull East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE ESCAPE DESIGN

Further Information

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